Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Professional Tree Removal Service

It's surprising how many companies appear in your search results after searching the term 'tree removal service.' The many results will definitely make it challenging to choose a company. So, even if you shortlist a couple of companies, you must use specific criteria to pick the right tree removal company for you. You can use the following queries to determine if a company is the right fit.

Can You Get an Estimate? 

Most people rely on pricing to determine if a tree removal company is the right fit. So, before you ask a company to proceed with the project, you'll need to know how much they charge. In that case, you should ask them to give you a quote. Ask the company to come to your place and scope out the tree removal project. On-site estimates are usually accurate as the guys already know the complexity of the task. 

How Long Might It Take?

You'll also want to ask the tree removal service how long the task will take. The experts should answer this question during the site visit. Knowing how long the job will take should help you plan your schedule. 

Sometimes tree removal jobs might take longer, especially when buildings or power lines are around. However, don't be frustrated if the company can't estimate how long the entire task will take.

Are You Licensed and Insured?

Tree removal can be quite dangerous and should be done by a licensed and insured company. You don't want to gamble with your house or other detached structures. Besides, you want to know whether the arborists doing the job are insured. Working with a licensed and insured company gives you peace of mind. You'll be sure that the insurance will cover any damage to your property. Besides, workers will be covered by worker's compensation insurance if they get injured.

Do You Do Clean Ups?

Tree removal will obviously produce a lot of debris, leaves, and branches. So, by the end of the project, your yard or property might be messed up. But who is responsible for cleaning up the mess? Well, that's a question you should ask tree removal companies before you hire them. Of course, you should hire a company that provides cleaning services. While at it, confirm whether the service is included in the initial quote or if it's an additional charge.

Other questions you should ask include:

• How do you prevent or minimize property damage?
• Do you offer stump grinding services?
• How soon can you get the job started?

Contact a professional for more information about tree removal.